New Bianchi Sprint!
12-07-22, 04:35 PM
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OK, finally got a chance to take some photos... Here it is. Of course, I had to upgrade the wheels (Enve Foundation 45s with custom Slik Graphics celeste decals, as well as Enve tires in 700x29) and cockpit (since they were generic branded Velomann). Went with Deda stem/handlebar/seatpost to keep the Italian theme going. Also went with a Selle Italia saddle. Lastly, upgraded the cassette from the heavy Force one to the Red version. Anyway, it rides beautifully and is very stable on descents. Weighs 17.5 lbs with pedals and cages...
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12-07-22, 05:11 PM
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Nice looking bike, but if you want an Italian theme you maybe should have used a different grouppo.
12-07-22, 05:14 PM
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Ignore that nonsense. Gorgeous bike!
12-08-22, 05:41 PM
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12-08-22, 07:07 PM
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OK, I guess I should have said Italian-American since Enve wheels are made here and SRAM is an American company. Oh wait, but the frame is made in Taiwan, so I guess it's more of an Italian/Taiwanese/American affair! Anyway, it rides really well and puts a smile on my face, so I guess that counts for something
01-26-23, 10:59 AM
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Updated shot... Loving the Enve tires so far. Might be able to get a good deal on a SRAM Red AXS crankset. I've read that the Red crankset is a lot lighter than the Force one. Will shifting improve as well, or is it just a weight thing? Thanks!
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Your bike looks awesome by the way. I love the custom color Enve decals.
01-26-23, 05:27 PM
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04-19-23, 11:58 AM
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Force AXS crankset updated to new version...
Quick update: Swapped out the Force crankset for the NEW Force crankset. Saved about 100 grams. Also, the front shifting seems more crisp. Lastly, I think it looks better!
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05-06-23, 07:06 PM
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^ nice Bianchi. I'm going to wait a few years for a used Specialissima
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